Trainings

Enhancing global sustainability through the EU Green Deal and Global Gateway: Opportunities for international collaboration in Erasmus+

Erasmus National Focal Points

On behalf of EACEA, European Commission

15 April - 13 May 2025

Online, All world regions

This multilingual series of training webinars is aimed at representatives of educational institutions, youth organisations and NGOs that are interested in collaborating in green projects with partners around the world through the Erasmus+ programme, as well as the global network of Erasmus+ National Focal Points.

AU-EU Innovation Agenda workshop on AI for research collaboration

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

15 April 2025

Marrakesh, Morocco

This workshop explored how artificial intelligence can drive AU-EU research and innovation collaboration, offering participants practical insights into applying AI across sectors like climate, health, food security, and digital transformation.

EURAXESS Worldwide Training 2025

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of DG RTD, European Commission

Brussels, Belgium

8-10 April 2025

This training was designed for the members of the EURAXESS Worldwide network, and aimed to update them on European Commission policies, fine-tune the EURAXESS Worldwide mandate and its instruments, expand their communication skills through intensive training and knowledge and best-practice sharing workshops.

European Research Days 2024 Oceania

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of DG RTD, European Commission

Online, Oceania

9-13 December 2024

This event focuses on providing the research community with information and support for scientific exchange and collaboration with Europe. It is a virtual event structured into 5 days – each day addressing a specific theme and intended for a certain target audience.

Creating Connections: Building ENFPs’ Academic and Professional International Network

Erasmus National Focal Points

On behalf of EACEA, European Commission

Online, Asia, Latin America, Africa

28 November - 10 December 2024

This webinar focused on helping ENFPs grow their academic and professional networks by identifying key contacts, using digital platforms, and supporting long-term collaboration.

Erasmus+ Cluster Meeting and Contact-Making Seminar for Asia, the Pacific and the Middle East

Erasmus National Focal Points

On behalf of EACEA, European Commission

Bangkok, Thailand

12-14 November 2024

The event gathered Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training institutions from Asia, the Pacific, the Middle East and Europe which are active in the Erasmus+ programme or potentially interested in developing cooperation under this scheme. Participants were joined by stakeholders involved in the implementation and promotion of the Erasmus+ programme.

Essential Guidelines for participating in Horizon Europe at Chulalongkorn University

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

Bangkok, Thailand

5 November 2024

These capacity-building workshops in Thailand equipped researchers and institutions with practical skills for participating in Horizon Europe, focusing on collaborative research under Pillar II, MSCA Staff Exchanges, and Postdoctoral Fellowships, alongside strategic discussions with EU and Thai stakeholders.

Erasmus+ Week 2024 for Latin America and the Caribbean

Erasmus National Focal Points

On behalf of EACEA, European Commission

Bangkok, Thailand

30 September - 2 October 2024

The event gathered Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training institutions from Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe which are active in the Erasmus+ programme or potentially interested in developing cooperation under this scheme.

Erasmus+ Caravan in the Philippines 2024

Erasmus National Focal Points

On behalf of EACEA, European Commission

Zamboanga City and Sulu, Philippines

23-24 July 2024

Organisations and individuals can hear more about the opportunities offered by the Erasmus+ programme and train on how to take part in them.

Leveraging AI for Enhancing European Education and Training

Erasmus National Focal Points

On behalf of EACEA, European Commission

6 July 2024

Online, All world regions

This training webinar brought together experts to discuss AI’s role in education, share policy updates, and present practical strategies for integrating AI into Erasmus+ projects. For ENFPs only.

Erasmus+ Week 2024 for Sub-Saharan Africa

Erasmus National Focal Points

On behalf of EACEA, European Commission

25-28 June 2024

Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire

The event gathered Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training institutions from Sub-Saharan Africa and Europe which are active in the Erasmus+ programme or potentially interested in developing cooperation under this scheme.

EURAXESS Worldwide Training 2024

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of DG RTD, European Commission

Brussels, Belgium

9-11 April 2024

This training was designed for the members of the EURAXESS Worldwide network, and aimed to update them on European Commission policies, fine-tune the EURAXESS Worldwide mandate and its instruments, expand their communication skills through intensive training and knowledge and best-practice sharing workshops.

Horizon Europe Info Day & Grant Writing Workshop: Capacity Building & Exploring Funding and Networking Opportunities

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

21 February 2024

Session organised for graduates in Iraq who want to apply for Master degrees abroad through the Erasmus Mundus programme. This full-day training at Addis Ababa University equipped over 100 researchers with practical guidance on Horizon Europe and MSCA proposal writing, funding opportunities, and use of the EURAXESS and EU funding portals, with expert insights and peer experience-sharing.

How to apply for a Master program in the EU countries through Erasmus Mundus

Erasmus National Focal Points

On behalf of EACEA, European Commission

Online, Iraq

19 February 2024

Session organised for graduates in Iraq who want to apply for Master degrees abroad through the Erasmus Mundus programme.

NEO-ICP-ENFP Meeting 2024

Erasmus National Focal Points

On behalf of EACEA, European Commission

Brussels, Belgium

23-25 January 2024

This training summit marked the first time that all ENFPs were brought together in one location. It provided a valuable opportunity to deepen their understanding of their roles and to receive comprehensive training on the Erasmus+ programme, along with the broad range of support available to them.

MSCA Staff Exchanges training for Africa – Horizon Europe proposal preparation

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

Brussels, Belgium

8-10 November 2023

This MSCA Staff Exchanges training session supported African researchers and institutions in preparing competitive Horizon Europe proposals, with guidance on staff mobility, project alignment, and funding timelines.

This training session in Slovenia guided participants through the ELENA grant facility, providing practical instructions on applying for funding, developing eligible investment portfolios, and learning from real project examples in energy, renewables, and sustainable transport.

ELENA Grant Facility training session

ELENA Roadshow

On behalf of European Investment Bank

Ljubljana, Slovenia

10 October 2023

This training session in Slovenia guided participants through the ELENA grant facility, providing practical instructions on applying for funding, developing eligible investment portfolios, and learning from real project examples in energy, renewables, and sustainable transport.

EPP CoR COMMs Training

Comms services for CoR political groups

On behalf of EPP Group in the Committee of the Regions

Brussels, Belgium

4-5 October 2023

This three-day training session for the EPP group at the CoR covered communication support, social media optimization, visual storytelling, press release drafting, and digital campaigning, with practical workshops led by communication experts and media specialists.

MSCA Actions Info Session for Vietnamese Researchers

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

Online, Vietnam

10 June 2023

This info session introduced Vietnamese researchers and institutions to EU-funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, offering guidance on PhD and postdoc opportunities, proposal writing, and staff exchange schemes, with insights from MSCA alumni.

Intellectual property in MSCA projects – training by the EU IP Helpdesk

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

Online, Belgium

10 May 2023

This webinar provided MSCA applicants, beneficiaries, and project managers with practical training on intellectual property management, including grant agreement specifics, ownership of results, and proposal-writing considerations.

Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities (PACU)-EURAXESS Info Session on Funding and Collaboration Opportunities under Horizon Europe

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

Online, Philippines

5 May 2023

This info session introduced Philippine higher education institutions to funding and collaboration opportunities under Horizon Europe, with practical guidance on accessing EU research grants.

MSCA Doctoral Networks: Funded PhD opportunities in Europe for Indonesian Applicants

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

Jakarta, Indonesia

3 May 2023

This session guided Indonesian researchers through PhD opportunities under MSCA Doctoral Networks, highlighting eligibility, funding conditions, and first-hand advice from current MSCA fellows.

EURAXESS Worldwide Training 2023

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of DG RTD, European Commission

Brussels, Belgium

6-8 March 2023

This training was designed for the members of the EURAXESS Worldwide network, and aimed to update them on European Commission policies, fine-tune the EURAXESS Worldwide mandate and its instruments, expand their communication skills through intensive training and knowledge and best-practice sharing workshops.

EU Funding Opportunities Session at RMIT University

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of DG RTD, European Commission

Victory, Australia

16 February 2023

This session at RMIT University introduced Australian postdocs to EU funding opportunities, including Horizon Europe, ERC grants, and MSCA, with practical guidance on international collaboration and grant schemes.

European Research Council (ERC) Grants for Frontier Research

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of DG RTD, European Commission

Singapore

2 February 2023

This event offered Singapore’s research community insights into ERC funding opportunities and mobility schemes, featuring a discussion with ERC President Prof. Maria Leptin on how international researchers can engage with ERC-funded teams in Europe.

Smartphone video creation and political storytelling training

Comms services for CoR political groups

On behalf of EPP Group in the Committee of the Regions

Brussels, Belgium

27 October 2022

This training session for the EPP Group at the Committee of the Regions focused on creating professional videos using smartphones, planning and editing short video content, and applying practical techniques for political storytelling on social media.

Training on joining MSCA Staff Exchange consortia – practical tips from ASEAN researchers

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

Online, Singapore

5 October 2022

This peer-led training session offered practical guidance for ASEAN researchers on joining MSCA Staff Exchange consortia, featuring first-hand insights on consortium building and funding opportunities.

Grant proposal training for early-career researchers in Malaysia

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of European Commission, DG RTD

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

1-3 June 2022

This multi-phase training supported early-career researchers in Malaysia in developing competitive grant proposals for national or international funding, combining virtual sessions, guided e-learning, and an in-person workshop in Kuala Lumpur.

EURAXESS Worldwide Training 2022

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of DG RTD, European Commission

Brussels, Belgium

21-22 March 2022

This training was designed for the members of the EURAXESS Worldwide network, and aimed to update them on European Commission policies, fine-tune the EURAXESS Worldwide mandate and its instruments, expand their communication skills through intensive training and knowledge and best-practice sharing workshops.

Training on ISO 20121 sustainable event management

EURAXESS Worldwide

On behalf of DG RTD, European Commission

Brussels, Belgium

1 March 2022

This session introduced participants to ISO 20121 standards for sustainable event management, focusing on practical measures for reducing environmental impact, promoting social responsibility, and improving event planning processes.

EPP Group media training: storytelling, crisis communication, and digital outreach

Comms services for CoR political groups

On behalf of EPP Group in the Committee of the Regions

Brussels, Belgium

2 February 2022

This training session for the EPP Group at the Committee of the Regions focused on political storytelling, crisis communication, and social media strategies. Participants also developed video communication skills through hands-on exercises and learned best practices for building media outreach and handling digital campaigns.

Building political narratives: communication training for EA

Comms services for CoR political groups

On behalf of European Alliance Group in the Committee of the Regions

Brussels, Belgium

17 January 2022

This training session for the European Alliance Group focused on political storytelling, messaging, and social media strategies. Participants worked on developing mission statements, crafting stories for different audiences, managing outreach online, and building a basic media kit for effective communication.This training session for the EPP Group at the Committee of the Regions focused on political storytelling, crisis communication, and social media strategies. Participants also developed video communication skills through hands-on exercises and learned best practices for building media outreach and handling digital campaigns.